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What Causes Lack Of Sleep In Infant?
Question: can infants have any sleep disorder. my baby is awake almost the whole day and sleeps only upto 10 to 11 hrs a day. Is that enough. he is also very fussy and crysome baby.
Brief Answer:
That is normal don't worry
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Babies are known to be fussy.
10 to 11 hours sleep is enough provided baby is active and playful.
No need to worry. Sleep regulation happens slowly and it takes even two years to attain normal sleeping pattern.
Sleep disorder is possible but unlikely in your baby if there are no other issues.
Ensure you give a warm soothing bath before bedtime to help in sleep.
If crying is frequent, try colicaid drops as colic pain can be causing his sleep disturbance and pain.
Colic pain is very common in babies but will settle soon.
Gentle rocking motion should help in relieving the pain.
Ensure burping after each feed.
If crying doesn't improve consult your pediatrician to look for any hidden signs like ear pain etc.
Wishing your baby good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
That is normal don't worry
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Babies are known to be fussy.
10 to 11 hours sleep is enough provided baby is active and playful.
No need to worry. Sleep regulation happens slowly and it takes even two years to attain normal sleeping pattern.
Sleep disorder is possible but unlikely in your baby if there are no other issues.
Ensure you give a warm soothing bath before bedtime to help in sleep.
If crying is frequent, try colicaid drops as colic pain can be causing his sleep disturbance and pain.
Colic pain is very common in babies but will settle soon.
Gentle rocking motion should help in relieving the pain.
Ensure burping after each feed.
If crying doesn't improve consult your pediatrician to look for any hidden signs like ear pain etc.
Wishing your baby good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
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